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General Safety Infomation �� Anticipate the trailer “swaying.” Swaying can be caused by excessive steering, wind gusts, roadway edges, or by the trailer reaction to the pressure wave created by passing trucks and busses. �� When encountering trailer sway take your foot off the accelerator, and steer as little as possible in order to stay on the road. Use small “trim-like” steering adjustments. Do not attempt to steer out of the sway; you’ll only make it worse. Also do not apply the tow vehicle brakes to correct trailer swaying. On the other hand, application of the trailer brakes alone will tend to straighten out the combination, especially when going downhill. �� Check rearview mirrors frequently to observe the trailer and traffic. �� Use lower gear when driving down steep or long grades. Use the engine and transmission as a brake. Do not ride the brakes, as they can overheat and become ineffective. �� Be aware of your trailer height, especially when approaching bridges, roofed 12 areas and around trees. T RAILER NOT PROPERLY COUPLED TO THE HITCH It is critical that the trailer be securely coupled to the hitch, and that the safety chains and emergency breakaway brake lanyard are correctly attached. Uncoupling may result in death or serious injury to you and to others. ! WARNING Proper selection and condition of the coupler and hitch are essential to safely towing your trailer. A loss of coupling may result in death or serious injury. �� Be sure the hitch load rating is equal to or greater than the load rating of the coupler. �� Be sure the hitch size matches the coupler size. �� Observe the hitch for wear, corrosion and cracks before coupling. Replace worn, corroded or cracked hitch components before coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle. �� Be sure the hitch components are tight before coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle.


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